In the Media

San Francisco Cosmetic Surgeon
Dr. Aycock in the Media

The Marin Independent Journal’s Directory of Practitioners and Services – August 2012

A New You –
Advancements in cosmetic surgery provide patients with more natural look

By Neal Reid

For years, people have been doing whatever it takes to look younger. Thanks to advancements in technology, refined procedures and a greater understanding of less-invasive forms of treatments, cosmetic surgeons are able to provide their patients with great results along with a more natural look.

Most of those minor adjustments involve injections, according to Dr. Robert Aycock.

“The most common thing anybody does is anything that’s injectable,” said Dr. Aycock, who has offices in Walnut Creek and Marin. “For plastic surgeons and dermatologists, (the most popular are) going to be anything injectible, whether it’s botox or whatever. Other injectibles like fillers are popular to fill your face back up. As you age, you lose volume in your face.”

“In my practice, the second-most common thing would be lasers,” said Dr. Aycock. “A photo facial is the most common thing we do, and that’s where you come in, have it done and walk out and nobody knows you had anything done. We also do hair removal and resurfacing for wrinkles, and we do procedures with lasers to tighten the skin.”

Technological advancements have streamlined the laser surgery process in recent years.

“The lasers we use now compared to the lasers we used in the 1990s, people recover in just a few days instead of six months,” Dr. Aycock said. “It’s really changed.”

Preventative maintenance is important for people who want to remain looking natural while avoiding major overhauls in their later years.

“Eighty percent of the face lifts I do are for people from age 45-60,” Dr. Aycock said. “They come in and want something done before things get bad, so they beat it to the punch with a preemptive strike. If somebody comes in when they’re 70 and has a full face lift done, they’re going to look different. Whereas, if someone comes in when they’re 50, they’re not going to look different, but are just going to look better.”

Newsweek – August 2012

Robert G. Aycock, MD featured as “one of the Nationwide Leading Surgeons” in Newsweek magazine.

“The biggest benefit of this laser is that it is tunable,” said Robert Aycock, M.D., F.A.C.S., a plastic surgeon with practices in Walnut Creek and Greenbrae, California. “I have control over the amounts of ablation (removal of tissue) and heat transfer. With CO2 there is only ablation with heat transfer and the depth of ablation determines the amount of heat transfer. If you ablate deep enough with CO2 to remove lines, the transferred heat can be too great, causing loss of color, delayed healing and thin, shiny skin.”

According to Dr. Aycock, by using the Contour TRL practitioners can ablate lines with little to no heat transfer. “We ablate lines up to 800 microns without injury to the melanocytes,” he said. “We take down the ridges on either side of the line to a depth of 200 microns and then treat the upper lip surface to a depth of up to 600 microns, depending on the rhytid and thickness of the skin. Usually, the rhytides are not that deep and the skin is not that thick, so we treat more conservatively. Most treatments are at 200 to 300 microns – three times with six week intervals.”

“My approach depends on depth and degree of wrinkles – using 800 microns or more if needed,” said Jason Pozner, M.D., F.A.C.S., medical director of Sanctuary Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton, Fla., “The Contour TRL system provides more control and more predictable results than those produced by other devices.”

With decoupled ablation and coagulation effects, practitioners can use the Contour TRL to dial in the exact tissue effect needed for each patient’s pathology, desired outcome and tolerance for downtime. Erbium has much higher absorption in the target chromophore water than C02, allowing for tissue to be vaporized with little thermal conduction.

“The downtime associated is less with pure ablation because there is little thermal injury to the skin and less erythema or redness,” confirmed Dr. Aycock, who uses only local anesthetics for treatment.

The dual mode erbium Contour TRL can create the same tissue effect and histology as CO2 and yttrium scandium gallium garnet (YSGG) lasers. “Skin does not know the difference among erbium, CO2 and YSGG,” Dr. Aycock explained. “All that applies are ablation and heat. With the Contour TRL, the erbium is pure ablation when the power is at 1 J/cm2 or above. We can add heat with subablative pulses (power of less than 1 J/cm2) or dial out heat and use only ablative pulses.”

Dr. Aycock and Dr. Pozner, who use only pure ablation for upper lips, are scheduling more treatments because of the Contour TRL. “The laser offers more options,” said Dr. Aycock, who also combines the Contour TRL with dermal fillers, neuromodulators, SkinTyte and BBL BroadBand Light therapy (also from Sciton).

“I use the Contour TRL with other surgeries and as a surgical alternative for lower lids,” added Dr. Pozner. “This laser meets many patient needs and expands our offerings.”

Newsweek – March 2010

Best Surgeons in San Fransisco – Plastic Surgery

Dr. Robert Aycock, an award winning surgeon, provides natural-looking results for those seeking enhanced facial beauty, radiant skin, or recontouring of their body. Committed to helping patients achieve their goals, Dr. Aycock’s practice offers a full range of options for cosmetic and plastic surgery including Abdominoplasty, Face Lifts, Rhinoplasty, Liposuction, and Breast Augmentation, as well as post-weight loss Body lifts and Mommy Makeovers. Dr. Aycock has established the Breast Center of Northern California in Greenbrae, CA, a state of the art surgical center specializing in Breast Reduction, Breast Reconstruction, and Breast Enhancement. As an International Trainer for the Sciton Laser, Dr. Aycock’s MedSpa features services such as Hair Removal, Photorejuvenation, SkinTyte, MicroLaser Peels, and ProFractional treatments. Dr. Aycock’s highly trained Aesthetic Nurse Specialists provide services such as Botox®, Dysport®, Restylane®, and Juvéderm™. Dr. Aycock and his staff are dedicated to providing the highest level of quality care to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Leading Plastic Surgeon Award – December 2009

Dr. Aycock was selected by Goldline Research as one of LeadingTM Plastic Surgeons of the United States for 2009, and has been published in the December 28th issue of Forbes magazine. Goldline Research is an independent research company that uses consumer-centric evaluation methods to determine how well providers service clients’ needs.

New Beauty Magazine – Summer-Fall 2009

A Personalized Approach

In the image-conscious San Francisco Bay Area, where surgical enhancement is a relatively
popular pursuit, Dr. Robert G. Aycock seeks to distinguish himself by offering leading-edge
treatments coupled with highly personalized care. “No two procedures are ever performed
exactly the same,” he explains. “I treat each patient as an individual, modifying my techniques
to enhance natural beauty.”

Treating the whole patient, not just the problem, the board-certified
surgeon consistently goes the extra mile to provide patient-specific
care. During consultations, Dr. Aycock is both compassionate and
acutely attentive. “Getting to know each patient helps me better
address their concerns,” he explains. “I want to understand their
needs and help them achieve their goals.” For over two decades,
this self-professed perfectionist has developed a loyal following.
Dr. Aycock spends much of his time performing facelifts, tummy
tucks and liposuction. But, he’s quick to point out that nips and
tucks are not always necessary. “In some cases, surgery may not
be the best course of action,” he explains. “For patients who are
not quite ready for surgery, we can achieve their goals using lasers,
fillers and other noninvasive protocols.”

With patient safety always of paramount importance, Dr. Aycock
performs most procedures at his state-licensed and Medicare
certified surgical center, attended by a handpicked team of
anesthesiologists. Overnight accommodations are offered to those
who require extra TLC . His practice encompasses two state-ofthe-
art offices, both of which contain all-inclusive medi-spas,
featuring a variety of lasers and a host of aesthetician services for
nonsurgical rejuvenation.

Bohemian Magazine – Best of the North Bay 2009

Dr. Aycock was voted “Best Plastic Surgeon” on the San Francisco North Bay by Bohemian Magazine for the second year running.

The Best of the North Bay Readers’ Poll is Bohemian Magazine’s annual publication of the North Bay’s reader-selected best businesses, people, and places that “make life in the North Bay so remarkable,” according to Bohemian Magazine’s website. Bohemian Magazine draws readers from Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties, from which thousands of people cast their votes in the Best of the North Bay Readers’ Poll.

New Beauty Magazine – April 2009

Dr. Robert G. Aycock

Operating Room Style:

Efficient, professional and never rushed

Favorite Part of Your Job:

Seeing how pleased my patients are with the end results

What One Word Best Describes Your Bedside Manner:

Empathetic

Alternative Occupation:

Guitar player for the Rolling Stones

Framed Photos on Your Desk:

My wife and kids

I’m Never Without:

A positive attitude

I Would Like to be Remembered As:

A great surgeon who was caring and attentive to his patients’ needs

About Face

When performing facial rejuvenation surgery, to achieve natural-looking results, Dr. Aycock asserts that it’s imperative
to use COMBINATION TREATMENTS that address multiple signs of aging,” he says, noting that different regions of
the face present unique challenges. “Some patients need more work around the eyes, some require treatment in the
mid-face, while others will really benefit from a browlift,” he explains. “Our goal is to give each patient what they need
to look their best.” Dr. Aycock routinely draws from a TOOLBOX OF ANTI-AGING PROCEDURES to turn back time.
For example, fat transfer can help PLUMP SUNKEN FEATURES, while lasers can remove unwanted hair, erase age
spots and TONE SLACK SKIN. “Sometimes a patient might only need fillers to obtain his or her desired look,” says
Dr. Aycock. “In other cases, the treatment may be more involved. Patients reap the most advantages when they receive
a customized treatment plan that takes balance, harmony and proportion into account.”

San Francisco Magazine – January 2009

“Every patient is different, so we modify the techniques we use to bring out each patient’s natural beauty and ensure long-lasting outcomes”

Whether you seek more luminous skin, enhanced facial beauty, or body reshaping, Dr. Aycock provides lovely, natural-looking results. He offers a full range of cosmetic surgery options including facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, and liposuction. In addition, the practice recently added a range of new spa services, including non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures such as laser resurfacing with minimal downtime. Dr. Aycock is skilled with the latest products for wrinkle reduction such as Botox®,Juverderm®, Restylane®, and Perlane®. The practice includes a fully-accredited, state-licensed surgical center for breast reduction, reconstruction, and enhancement that provides privacy and 23-hour post-operative care. Whatever your needs, the friendly team is committed to creating beautiful results.

Most Dependable Plastic Surgeon Award – October 2008

Dr. Aycock was selected by Goldline Research as one of The Most DependableTM Plastic Surgeons of the Western United States for 2008, and has been published in the October 27th issue of Forbes magazine. Goldline Research is an independent research company that uses consumer-centric evaluation methods to determine how well providers service clients’ needs.

New Beauty Magazine – Fall / Winter 2008

About Face

When performing facial rejuvenation surgery, to achieve natural-looking results, Dr. Aycock asserts that it’s imperative
to use COMBINATION TREATMENTS that address multiple signs of aging,” he says, noting that different regions of
the face present unique challenges. “Some patients need more work around the eyes, some require treatment in the
mid-face, while others will really benefit from a browlift,” he explains. “Our goal is to give each patient what they need
to look their best.” Dr. Aycock routinely draws from a TOOLBOX OF ANTI-AGING PROCEDURES to turn back time.
For example, fat transfer can help PLUMP SUNKEN FEATURES, while lasers can remove unwanted hair, erase age
spots and TONE SLACK SKIN. “Sometimes a patient might only need fillers to obtain his or her desired look,” says
Dr. Aycock. “In other cases, the treatment may be more involved. Patients reap the most advantages when they receive
a customized treatment plan that takes balance, harmony and proportion into account.”

New Beauty Magazine – Summer / Fall 2008

At Your Service

Meticulous, experienced and wholeheartedly committed to excellence, Dr. Robert G. Aycock
takes an individualist approach to plastic surgery, relying on two decades worth of skill and
know-how to deliver personalized care and patient-specific results.

“I take great pride in my customized approach to plastic surgery,”
says Dr. Aycock, who makes sure his surgical recommendations
coincide with patients’ respective ideals, expectations and bone
structures. “No two facelifts, tummy tucks, nose jobs or liposuction
procedures are ever performed exactly the same. I treat each
patient as an individual and modify different techniques to ensure I
achieve long-lasting outcomes that bring out patients’ natural
beauty.” With two offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, both of
which contain an all-inclusive medi-spa, Dr. Aycock is dedicated to
establishing convenience and compassionate, quality care as the
primary foundations of his practice. Likewise, Dr. Aycock performs
procedures in the state-licensed surgical center attached to his
Greenbrae office, working with registered nurses and board certified
anesthesiologists. “I have worked with the same
anesthesia group since 1992. This familiarity is very reassuring
to patients. It reflects our appreciation for consistency and
high quality.”

Bohemian Magazine – Best of the North Bay 2008

Dr. Aycock was voted “Best Plastic Surgeon” on the San Francisco North Bay by Bohemian Magazine. We were also voted “Best Med Spa” on the North Bay.

The Best of the North Bay Readers’ Poll is Bohemian Magazine’s annual publication of the North Bay’s reader-selected best businesses, people, and places that “make life in the North Bay so remarkable,” according to Bohemian Magazine’s website. Bohemian Magazine draws readers from Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties, from which thousands of people cast their votes in the Best of the North Bay Readers’ Poll.

San Francisco’s KRON 4 Body Beautiful – December 2007

Complete Woman Magazine – May / June 2008

Your Skin at 20, 30, 40, 50 plus

It’s never too late to start pampering your skin, says San Francisco Bay Area plastic surgeon Robert Aycock. At this stage, topical treatments – combined with a healthy lifestyle – still have plenty of wrinkle-fighting promise. However, they can’t replace doctor’s office procedures when it comes to eliminating serious sun damage and sagging.

“There’s a big difference between skin at 45 and 55,” Dr. Aycock says. “In your 50’s, you lose fat in the face and things start to slide downward, which is why some women opt for a facelift.” During menopause, skin continues to thin and becomes more sensitive to climate changes. You’re likely to experience more brown spots and facial hair (although eyebrows become sparse – go figure). Bags or hollows around the eyes are more pronounced.

Keep your face from matching your leather handbag by reaching for a creamy cleanser and richer moisturizer, and using exfoliants more often to slough off dead skin (think ferulic acid, glycolic acid, and retinols). Your beauty mantra? Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize.

San Francisco’s KRON 4 Body Beautiful – June 2008

Dr. Aycock was featured on KRON 4 News’ “Body Beautiful” segment. Dr. Aycock was interviewed about facelift surgery and other ways to combat aging.

New Beauty Magazine – Spring / Summer 2008

Living in the same county as his surgical center, which is fully
equipped with overnight recovery accommodations, enables Dr.
Aycock to take comfort in knowing he is easily accessible should his
patients need him. “All surgical patients are educated in-depth prior
to procedures and receive follow-up calls after surgery,” he says of
his efforts to make his patients’ experience as pleasant and smooth
as possible. “I spend a great deal of time getting a true sense of
each patient, as well as his or her objectives. It is only then, when
neither one of us has any more questions, that I will proceed
with treatment.”

We place a very high
emphasis on efficiency and
uncompromised patient safety.

– ROBERT G. AYCOCK, MD, FACS

CUSTOMIZED FACIAL REJUVENATION

Believing that a personalized treatment plan will help yield what he describes as “YOUTHFUL RESULTS THATWORK
TO COMPLEMENT YOUR NATURAL FEATURES,” Dr. Aycock and his tenured staff spend ample time understanding
patients’ goals and obtaining a thorough appreciation for the type of results they hope to achieve. “Prior to seeing me,
patients will receive a detailed questionnaire in the mail to ensure our staff is aware of any special needs or
accommodations they may require,” says Dr. Aycock. “To further make my consults more efficient, patients first
meet with my patient care coordinator, who will enlighten me as to the concerns they would like to discuss. This
enables me to make MORE PRECISE RECOMMENDATIONS in relation to their specific needs.” To help patients look
younger, Dr. Aycock offers a wide variety of surgical and nonsurgical services. Such treatments include FACELIFTS,
EYELID LIFTS, BROWLIFTS, FACIAL IMPLANTS AND INJECTABLES. “Sometimes a patient will benefit most from
combination therapies; other times a patient might only need fillers to obtain his or her desired look. I think patients
reap the most advantages when they receive a customized treatment plan that takes balance, harmony and
proportion into account. There are multiple treatments and techniques to use that can be specifically tailored to each
patient and result in limited incisions, as well as shorter procedures.”

DR. ROBERT G. AYCOCK
OPERATING ROOM STYLE Efficient,
professional and never rushed FAVORITE
PART OF YOUR JOB Seeing how pleased
my patients are with the end results WHAT
ONE WORD BEST DESCRIBES YOUR
BEDSIDE MANNER Empathetic ALTERNATIVE
OCCUPATION Guitar player
FRAMED PHOTOS ON YOUR DESK
My wife and kids I’M NEVER WITHOUT A
positive attitude I WOULD LIKE TO BE
REMEMBERED AS A great surgeon who
was caring and attentive to his patients’ needs

Get Ready to Party

Settle in for a cleansing facial. Beauty connoisseurs Madonna and Eva Longoria are hooked on oxygen therapy facials. No need to make the jaunt to Hollywood – Julie Levesque gives the treatment inside the Walnut Creek office of Plastic Surgeon Robert Aycock. After a quick cleanse, she spends thirty minutes waving a metal, air brush-like wand directly on top of the face. Hyperbaric oxygen infuses a plumping serum (made up of hyaluronic acid, green tea, and Vitamins A, C, and E) into the skin. Like dipping your face into the fountain of youth, it diminishes expression lines, and leaves your skin looking noticeably quenched. Even the lips get a slight boost in size. If you want to measure the results, ask Levesque to infuse one side of your face at a time and compare the “before” with the dewy, supple “after.”

Allure, Glamour, and Self – December 2007

The Premier Plastic Surgeons of Northern California

Robert G. Aycock, MD, FACS

For 20 years this thriving private practice has espoused the philosophy that patients seeking elective surgery deserve convenience and the safety of excellent care. Dr. Aycock offers a full range of options for cosmetic surgery, including abdominoplasty, breast augmentation, face-lifts, body sculpting, post-weight-loss body lifts and “Mommy Makeovers.” A state-of-the-art surgical facility serves patients from around the world, and virtual imaging helps to remove anxiety about changing one’s personal appearance. Patient testimonials glow with praise for Dr. Aycock and his staff: “I have only one face so I entrusted it to Dr. Aycock! It was a perfect decision.” Pre-operative consultations are low-key and pressure-free; post-operative care is diligent, with frequent contact between the office and patients. Many word-of-mouth referrals bear testament to the skill and dedication of this talented surgeon and his staff.

Dr. Robert Aycock of San Francisco offers an array of plastic and cosmetic surgical procedures.
Specializing in breast enlargement (augmentation) with implants and accessible to all California residents,
Dr. Aycock is a trusted and experienced plastic surgeon.